AberdeenBikers

hi, first post.

My wife and I have just turned 30 (didnt hurt) and did our CBT's

Have bought my wife an inexpensive 125cc custom cruiser, but its an imported bike from a guy in england.

its need to be looked at as it appears to have been uncrated and the wheel put on - not much else.

It has to go through a MSVA test before it can be registered, but i think that it will need a little work first.

We have noticed that the front brake does not work, although friends have bled it - and theres no change. also strangly enough the kill switch does not work, neither does turning off the igintion to stop the engine.

can anyone recommend somewhere i can take it to in Aberdeen (we are in Alford) that could put right these teething problems.

Many Thanks

Alan

Was it a dealer you bought the bike from? If so, take it back. The thing is not fit for sale as it does not work..so you have the right to demand your dosh back.

If it was a private sale...what were you doing man?????

If you want a cheap solution, I would suggest Breaking Point in Torry who deal with imports themselves, or H&S motors near John Lewis.

If it is made by one of the big four (Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki or Kawasaki) I doubt any of the dealers in town will touch it as it is an import. They are funny when it comes to sorting imports that came out the crate wrong..can't think why..

Don't forget to check the headlight beam as well..may point the wrong way.

Good luck!!

Thanks for the help - will call some places today.

New to this - was told it was a Hongdou ( Honda Import) but when it was delivered it is a chituma (http://www.chituma.com) - which from what i can see online is a partner company of them - my chinese is not up to scratch.

Good on you. Never too old (or young ) to start biking

Whilst you are on the phone suggest you invest in good quality training. Suggest you try Kieth Henderson or Scotty Bruce. Will forward their fone numbers if you are interested?

I think, but I am not sure, that there is a Bike dealer in Perth (Moss Motorcycles or Sandy Bloy ) that imports Hongdous...are they really Hondas??? I thought they were an indipendent Chinese castings company that started to do bikes.

Anyway, hope you get it sorted soon!

You look good for thirty in the photo
I would also recommend Breaking Point in Torry .If it needs parts at least they might be able to get second hand ones and save you Cash
Good luck :I can't believe it's not butter!

I can't believe it's not butter! - yes I do , dont I.

That is son (7) and daughter (4) wanting to sit on Mummys bike - I can't believe it's not butter!

Thanks again for the info, will give breaking point a call.

Alan

As a matter of interest, were the bikes a good buy. How much did you pay?

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woah there matey, before you start spreading rumours that could potentially damage a business. I have always had my bandit serviced at Breaking point with no problems, they provide a good service, very competitive prices and helpful tips and advice. George and Dek are good guys IMHO.

Dont know about the mechanic But i do know the prices for the spare parts they have in stock is good and you don't have to pay for packaging I know a few people who go there and no problems with the service provided

Well at least they are not going to be stressed and do a rush job

Shrek (formaly known as scotty) wrote:Well at least they are not going to be stressed and do a rush job

Not at £40 / hour !!

So far so good

Dropped the bike off this afternoon and Dek looked at it.
Very pleased with their customer service so far

Will let you know how it goes.

Thanks again for the help.

Rustik (Reg Prescott) wrote:woah there matey, before you start spreading rumours that could potentially damage a business. I have always had my bandit serviced at Breaking point with no problems, they provide a good service, very competitive prices and helpful tips and advice. George and Dek are good guys IMHO.

You are correct, point taken and I am pleased to note you have had good service. I have deleted my post.

thought I would update on the goings on.

Got the bike back yesterday from the guys at Breaking Point - thanks very much. booked it in for its MSVA test.

That was this afternoon, but unfortunatley it failed on a few minor things - will get them seen to and try again.

Cheers

Guys at breaking point - many thanks.

Bike finally got through its MSVA, and has now been registered, got plates the other day and wife took it out for first time last night.

Thanks for the help

Hi Alan,

Good to hear you are on the road.

You saved a lot on the purchase price, but with the cost of "repairs" / time / hastle, do you feel it has been worthwhile?